1987 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1998 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Buick | Ferrari |
Model | Regal | F355 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |